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Digital intelligence/evidence plays a vital role in nearly every criminal investigation as new technology rapidly develops. Digital Device Advisors (DDAs) work within our Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID) and are responsible for providing digital advice and guidance to Detectives investigating serious and complex investigations. The successful candidates will already have a good level of knowledge about digital technology and will be further trained in how to extract data from a variety of digital media devices such as mobile phones and routers.

DDAs also carry their own caseload of investigations. They are responsible for interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects, fully exploring all evidential enquiries, from CCTV to digital device downloads. Plus, ultimately compiling case papers to prosecute offenders and bring them to justice.

If you are experienced in working with digital information in a range of formats and have a naturally inquisitive mind, then we want to hear from you.

Main responsibilities:

* Identifying and securing devices and resources that will form part of investigations.

* Use a variety of techniques to extract relevant data and examine it, searching for clues or evidence that points to wrongdoing.

* Carry out triage examinations of digital devices, including kiosk level one phone downloads, manual review of handsets and conducting router examinations.

* Gather intelligence through relevant open-source methods to optimise available evidence and assist investigating officers.

* Interviewing witnesses and suspects

* Provide high quality written and oral evidence that can be presented to the Crown Prosecution Service and at Court.

* Apply for search warrants and present supporting evidence to Magistrates. Attend search warrants and crime scenes, in order to enhance digital evidence capture capability.

* Provide advice and guidance to victims of cybercrime to safeguard from repeat victimisation.

Skills and experience:

* Experience of interrogating, maintaining and utilising data on a wide range of digital devices.

* An understanding of network processes and what digital evidence may be available to assist an investigation.

* Experience of preparing reports and presenting information in a variety of formats.

* Excellent interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication.

* Proven decision making and problem-solving skills.

* Able to work within a highly pressurised working environment and to tight deadlines.

Desirable:

* An understanding of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act.

* PIP1 accreditation.

* Experience of taking statements and gathering evidence from a variety of sources.

* Experience of working in a criminal justice or social care environment.

It should be noted that the post holder will need a current full driving license with the ability to travel around the force area, to work at different locations as required.



We have roles available in Bridgwater, and Bristol (BS2 & BS16).

You will be at the cutting edge of the capture, preservation, processing, and analysis of data that will help protect the communities of Avon and Somerset. Come join the team and be the difference